Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg has spoken out about her shock snub at the Miss World pageant last week, insisting she has “accepted” the decision.
The Johannesburg law student was a favourite to win the crown. However, she did not place in the Top 40 and was given an early exit from the finale.
Ultimately, Thailand’s Opal Suchata was awarded the crown in the finale, which took place in India.
ZOALIZE ON MISS WORLD: ‘IT WAS A GREAT ADVENTURE’
On her Instagram account, Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg thanked her followers for their support despite her disappointingMiss World experience.
In an emotional post, she shared: “This journey has taught me the importance of patience, tolerance, and, most importantly, drawing strength from my purpose. I am who I am because of the many influential figures in my life, starting with my beloved country.”
In the comments section, many followers expressed their frustration and anger at the Miss World judges’ decision to snub Zoalize.
She gracefully responded: “It was a great adventure. I respect their decision”.
Images via Instagram: @zoalizevr
Zoalize also responded to comments from her followers encouraging her to enter Miss SA and Miss Universe South Africa, which has split as an independent title.
She responded: “We never know what the future holds”.
She also liked comments that read: “God has another plan for you” and “Dreams delayed are not dreams denied”.
CAROL BOUWER: ‘YOU WERE OUTSTANDING!’
Also praising Zoalize for her efforts was Miss World South Africa franchise owner, Carol Bouwer.
She shared on her own Instagram account, “Zoalize, you have taught me that the number of years lived is not the real measure of wisdom. In our eyes, you are the world!”
“May the road ahead be littered with more glory than you ever imagined. Here’s to you, our amazing ambassador. You were outstanding from the very beginning, and we love and cherish you”.
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